Gourmet Food Supplier Chapter 43
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Chapter 43
Chapter 43: Reward and Deceit
Translator: Xiong Guoqi Editor: Desmond
The dice stopped instantly when he called out . Only then did Yuan Zhou see the words on it clearly .
To his surprise, it had two numbers, 13/22 .
“System, what does this mean?”
The system read, “Congratulations! Host, you have gotten 2 tools in one go from the lottery . ”
“Haven’t you told me that every try gives you two rewards anyway? I can read for myself . Ok, forget it . Let’s receive them first . ” Yuan Zhou accepted the rewarded tools without hesitation .
“There are only numbers . Who knows what they mean . ”
The system could provide up to 222 kinds of sauces . Only God would know what exactly Yuan Zhou obtained .
“What’s the ranking for the sauces?”
Yuan Zhou didn’t bother guessing about the things he didn’t understand now . This was because he had never even heard of most of the things provided by the system .
The system read, “The sauces have no rankings . The rewards have been given . ”
The system read, “Since the host has reached Level 2, a set of table and chairs has been unlocked . Now, customers having meals in the restaurant are not allowed to eat while standing . ”
(As a Master Chef restaurant, it is really awkward to have customers standing while eating . )
It seemed that the happenings today were all about 2 (In some regions of China, the number 2 means stupid or foolish) . The sauces went all the way up to 222 kinds; he had reached Level 2 in the system; he had gotten sauce No . 22 in the lottery .
“Not that I mind at all . ” Yuan Zhou felt that whenever he leveled up, the system would give him a pleasant surprise . However, the pleasant surprise this time was too much for him to accept .
Nonetheless, after careful consideration, the number of customers like that wouldn’t be affected much . After all, customers that stood and ate were quite rare . Besides, it was truly odd for customers to enjoy the Clear Broth Noodle Soup while standing . Yuan Zhou always comforted himself every time this occurred . Although it might result in loss of customers, the new dish would make up for it by attracting more new customers .
Of course, that was the main reason .
Whenever Yuan Zhou obtained rewards from the system, there would be some new rules . Yuan Zhou also understood that it was necessary for him to abide by the rules, which would, in turn, help the restaurant develop and expand . However, not everybody would abide by these beneficial rules . Just like how every cigarette pack was marked with a “Smoking is harmful to your health” slogan, but people still buy and smoke it .
“My money!” Nevertheless, Yuan Zhou was still reluctant to see his money flow away .
The system read, “A set of table and chairs has been unlocked . Customers having meals in the restaurant are not allowed to stand while eating . ”
“All right”, Yuan Zhou had already gotten used to the deceitful system . Anyhow, at least the system provided him with a set of table and chairs .
“Forget it . Let me check my rewards first”, Yuan Zhou started peer about, looking for something new in the kitchen while clutching his aching heart .
It was easy to find out where the system had placed the rewards . Near the stairway, there was originally an empty countertop below an embedded cabinet . Now two transparent glass jars sat on the formerly vacant long countertop .
“Boom Boom”
The glass jars gave off a clear and melodious sound after being knocked by Yuan Zhou .
“It doesn't feel like glass . ” Yuan Zhou muttered to himself .
The system read, “This container is made using the firing techniques [1] on raw azure stone . It is a kind of transparent crystal glaze that is made from raw azure stones by heating it with sophisticated skills .
“The raw azure stones are melted in a furnace with the temperature over 1000℃, then are allowed to be coagulated naturally into the noble and gorgeous crystal glaze . ”
“This crystal glaze is clear and dazzling . It makes a unique sound when knocked, which will linger for a long while . ”
“ . . . ” Yuan Zhou had no comment .
“What sauces are these?” Yuan Zhou decided to ask something related to dishes .
The system read, “No . 13 is blueberry jam and No . 22 is beef mince . ”
“It looks really good . ”
Yuan Zhou heaved a sigh, looking at the sauces . His stomach was full due to the Egg Fried Rice and Clear Broth Noodle Soup, leaving no room for the sauces . He could only wait untill tomorrow to give them a taste .
It would bother him less if he couldn't seem them . Hence Yuan Zhou turned off the light and went upstairs immediately .
Yuan Zhou changed into a pair of clean clothes, and did his usual washing up . He always maintained good hygiene, which had been a habit of his ever since he was little .
While lying in bed, Yuan Zhou realized that he wasn’t sleepy at all . So he took out his new phone and started to play games . With his level, he could only play some puzzle games, like Rock Em Blocks or CarrotFantasy .
Nevertheless, Yuan Zhou’s purpose of playing games was just to help him fall asleep . Before he could complete the first round, his carrot was bitten to death and he had already entered the land of dreams .
Daylight arrived . The sun shone through the window of Yuan Zhou’s room . It was 10:00 a . m sharp .
“Is Boss Yuan sleeping in again?” Wu Hai was waiting outside with another idle person, chatting while drinking mineral water .
“Definitely . By the way, was what happened last night true?” asked a young man dressed in Tshirt and jeans .
“Of course it’s true . All of us had been trying to figure out the solution to this issue . Nevertheless, that girl totally beat us with just one try . She managed to order two servings of Egg Fried Rice easily,” Wu Hai sighed with emotion and said while grinding his teeth . That event made Wu Hai really annoyed .
“It’s awesome . We can finally have two servings and eat our fill . You all can’t understand how bad it feels to wake up every night due to hunger,” A fat man beside Wu Hai interrupted .
“Yeah, yeah . I get hungry too whenever it’s time for Boss Yuan to open the restaurant . My feet just take me here . ”
“You are right . I didn't plan to come, and yet I’m still here now . Those culinary skills of Boss Yuan are indeed excellent . ” Another man joined in the conversation .
The several people started to talk all at once about their experiences of being bullied by Yuan Zhou’s rules .
. . . . . . . . . . .
“Ta Ta Ta”
Wu Anlu was walking to the sales department office quickly, with a contract in his hands . He was dressed in a quality suit and wore a medium-priced watch “Bulova” around his wrist . His bovine leather shoes made a crisp and melodious sound as they came into contact with the floor tiles .
He was the supervisor of the sales department . Recently, his department had accepted a large order concerning a construction project . The negotiations with suppliers amounted to 5 million RMB . If they managed to get the order, just the commission alone was equal to three months of his salary .
Therefore, Wu Anlu hadn’t been to Yuan Zhou’s restaurant during that period . Instead, he had his meals and slept at the company, working with all his colleagues for ten days straight . Finally, they managed to sign the contract today . He was now hurrying back to deliver this good news to his co-workers .
He had barely entered the office before a decently dressed man in an ordinary suit rushed towards him and asked,
“Boss, how’s the result? Did they agree to sign the contract with us?”
“Ma Wei, you scared me . ” Wu Anlu stepped back while clutching the contract in his arms . Once he saw it was his subordinate, he felt relieved .
“Aha, I’m too eager to know the result . How is it, boss? You’ve talked all morning . ” Ma Wei straightened his body and leaned forward in order to catch a glimpse at the contract in Wu Anlu’s hands . On the other hand, he was also afraid that the result would not be what he had expected . Thus, he looked quite uneasy .
“All right, stop it . Are you alone? I am prepared to announce the results in front of everybody . ” Wu Anlu put on a stern face and looked rather serious, with a frightening appearance . He
behaved rather formally .
“Everybody, come out . Our boss already knew we were all here . ” Ma Wei shouted to the cubicle behind . 4 people, 3 men, and 1 woman, appeared .
Everybody was dressed similarly, in dark color suits . All the men looked spirited while the only woman appeared to be very professional, with minimum makeup and her hair tied in a bun .
“You all finally decided to come out huh? Don’t behave like that next time . ” Wu Anlu first lectured his subordinates . When he saw them revealing embarrassed looks, he then took out the contract and turned to the signature page, showing to his subordinates the black and white content .
“Oh, Jesus . We finally made it!” Ma Wei shouted first .
“It has been so difficult . My wife complained a lot saying that I haven’t returned home in a few days,” An older man said while clenching his fist excitedly .
“Indeed, it has not been easy . ” The only girl also nodded her head .
“Boss, you must treat us . Your treat . ” Ma Wei started to holler .
“Yes, boss must treat, boss must treat . . . ”
The others followed Ma Wei and shouted together .
“All right, all right . Be quiet, please . Don’t bother the other departments . ” Even after Wu Anlu agreed, his subordinates merely lowered their voices, but were still muttering about the boss treating .
“I am really getting nowhere with you guys . Let’s go get some great food at noon . My treat,” Wu Anlu said mysteriously .
[1] Firing technique is a process for porcelain or glass wares in which they are heated to a certain temperature and before taking their final form .
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